Secondhand smoke is believed to be no better for pets than for people, according to a study published in the journal Tobacco Control.

The study found that one in three smokers said they would willingly kick the habit to protect their pet’s health, according to an article about the study in Chicago-based Medill Reports.

The study, done by researchers at Detroit-based Henry Ford Health System Center, found that an overwhelming majority of smoking pet owners would be more motivated to quit if more information on the dangers of second-hand smoke on pets were available.

While research has not been done to prove secondhand smoke effects on pets, recent studies have shown there may be a link, according to the article.

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